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Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive
1.Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
2.Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.
3.Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
4.Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.
CAUTION: Regardless of the
5.If the computer is on a stand, remove the computer from the stand.
6.Remove the computer access panel.
7.Install four black and blue M3 isolation mounting guide screws (two on each side of the drive).
NOTE: M3 metric isolation mounting guide screws can be purchased from HP.
When replacing a drive, transfer the four M3 isolation mounting guide screws from the old drive to the new one.
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